Hanse 400 (2008-2014) Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull type

Monohull · bulb

Rig

Fractional Sloop

LOA

39.7' · 12.1 m

Displ.

18,518 lbs · 8,400 kg

First year

2006

The Hanse 400 (2008–2014) represents the refined second generation of one of the most successful hulls in the German builder’s history. Designed by the renowned naval architecture firm Judel/Vrolijk & Co., this iteration—often referred to as the "facelift" model—evolved from the original 2005 launch to include a more streamlined deck profile, improved window styling, and an optimized cockpit layout. It remains a benchmark for the "fast cruiser" category, balancing highvolume production efficiency with genuine performance credentials. A hallmark of this era was the optional "e" designation (Hanse 400e), indicating the use of epoxy resin in the hull construction, which resulted in a lighter, stiffer, and more osmosisresistant vessel than many of its contemporary polyesterbuilt rivals. The model was a cornerstone of Hanse’s "Individual Cabin Concept," allowing for a degree of interior customization rarely seen in 40foot production boats.